Euro Coinage 2006 - non-circulated
Introduction
This limited edition release includes the set of Spanish Euro coins for 2006 encased in a practical, numbered blister pack that protects the coins while at the same time enabling both sides of the coins to be viewed in their entirety.
This year, as an exception to the rule, two different models of collector sets are being put on sale. In the first case the coins are accompanied by a sterling silver medal marking the 5th Centenary of Christopher Columbus, while in the second they are accompanied by a medal commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Accession of Portugal and Spain to the European Community.
Details
In this edition the blister packs containing uncirculated Euro coins will include either a sterling silver medal to mark the 20th Anniversary of the Accession of Portugal and Spain to the European Community, or a medal dedicated to the 5th Centenary of Columbus.
The mint run for these Euro-sets, which are composed of coins minted in 2006, is 25,000 units each.
| Name | Face value | Weight | Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Eurocent | 0,01 € | 2,30 g | 16,25 mm |
| 2 Eurocent | 0,02 € | 3,06 g | 18,75 mm |
| 5 Eurocent | 0,05 € | 3,92 g | 21,25 mm |
| 10 Eurocent | 0,1 € | 4,10 g | 19,75 mm |
| 20 Eurocent | 0,2 € | 5,74 g | 22,25 mm |
| 50 Eurocent | 0,5 € | 7,80 g | 24,25 mm |
| 1 Euro | 1 € | 7,50 g | 23,25 mm |
| 2 Euros | 2 € | 8,50 g | 25,75 mm |
| The Columbus Medal | -- | 6,72 g | 24,00 mm |
| The Accession Medal | -- | 6,72 g | 24,00 mm |
1 Eurocent
The façade of the Santiago de Compostela cathedral is depicted on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
2 Eurocent
The façade of the Santiago de Compostela cathedral is depicted on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
5 Eurocent
The façade of the Santiago de Compostela cathedral is depicted on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
10 Eurocent
The bust of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is reproduced on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
20 Eurocent
The bust of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is reproduced on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
50 Eurocent
The bust of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is reproduced on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
1 Euro
The effigy of H.M the Spanish King is depicted on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
2 Euros
The effigy of H.M the Spanish King is depicted on the obverse. The reverse is common to all the Euro Zone countries.
The Columbus Medal
This medal, made of sterling silver, commemorates the quincentenary of the great seafarer and discoverer Christopher Columbus. The obverse features a head of Columbus.
The reverse shows the crowned "M" that is the mintmark of the Spanish Royal Mint.
The Accession Medal
This medal, made of sterling silver, commemorates in 2006 the 20th anniversary of the signing by Portugal and Spain of the Treaty of Accession to the European Communities. The obverse features a bridge, representing the inclusion of these two countries.
The reverse shows the crowned "M" that is the mintmark of the Spanish Royal Mint.
Prices
The Set
Blister - Price: 19,00 Euros (*)
(*) Official retail price in Spain.
